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I live in St. Louis Missouri, I had explained to an apartment complex that i wanted to engage in a 10 month lease and that carpeting was of the most importance. I told them I was picky as hell and that the crpet would have to be perfect cuz the last time i lived their it reaked of urine. I signed the contract and the statement that said everything was in order prior to taking a good look. I was always under the impression that anyone could rescind a contract within 72 hr notice so it didnt worry me. about 12 hours later when we began moving things I noticed a number of problems which they refused to take care of so I told them I wanted to make the contract void. They said Their contract states that prior to vacating, once engaging in a contract, tenant is repsposibke for 2 months rent. I told them to get lost. Is there anythign that protects me..can I back out..I know anyone can sue anyone for anything. they want $2600, I told them I would give them nothing
State/Country relating to Question: Missouri Already Tried: Spoke to a local attorney who said there is nothing i can do..but he probably didnt care
Unfortunately, there is no right of rescission. These rescission laws apply to certain financing and door-to-door salesman agreements. What you can do is submit a written list of any items in need of repair. The rental owner will be required to correct these issues. Unless the problems are very serious, this will not be grounds to terminate but it may provide leverage in negotiations to reduce the termination fee. If there are any significant issues you may also want to report those to the city code inspector who will then visit the rentals and perhaps cite the owner, if applicable. Be sure any correspondence with the landlord is in writing. You will need to negotiate with the landlord. Doing nothing could result in the landlord filing suit and obtaining a judgment against you for the lease termination fee.
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